Colleyville Library Programs Summer 2018 by City of Colleyville

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S t o m p, C h o m p, R E A D ! Summer Reading Program

Colleyville Public Library ColleyvilleLibrary.com 110 Main Street (next to Colleyville City Hall) 817.503.1150

K i c k- O f f Pa r t y

Roar into the library for the official kick-off of “Stomp, Chomp, READ!” the 2018 Summer Reading Program! The party signals the official opening of the READ-a-saurus Prize Room, where kids 12 and under can register to earn prizes for the books they read and listen to this summer. For those who have already registered, this is the first day to claim a prize. The evening will feature over-sized photo ops, dino-riffic children’s crafts, activities for aspiring paleontologists, and refreshments. No registration required. For details, call 817.503.1154.

Hours: Monday and Wednesday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Summer Reading Rules

Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Who may enter?

The Summer Reading Program is open to children, teens, and adults. Those ages 12 and under are considered to be in the children’s category; teens are ages 13-18; adults are 19 and over.

Friday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Sunday

Colleyville Public Library | Fri., June 1 | 6:00-8:00 p.m.

How does it work?

CLOSED

Holiday Closings Check class information for specific closure dates.

Memorial Day Monday, May 28 Independence Day Wednesday, July 4

Starting on Tuesday, May 29, participants can begin tracking the number of books they read or the number of minutes they read. Register May 29 through July 20 to receive your reading log. All materials must be checked out from the Colleyville Public Library. Books must be kept at least one night. Keep all reading receipts and attach them to the reading logs provided.

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How do I count my reading?

Reading can be counted by book titles or by time. Title log (8 books) Time log (5 hours = 300 minutes)

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What kind of reading counts for children?

▪ Reading a book ▪ Reading an e-book ▪ Listening to a story ▪ Listening to an audiobook ▪ Attending a library story time

What kind of reading counts for teens and adults?

Read or listen to a book, e-book, audiobook, or attend teen or adult programs.

What are the prizes for children, teens, and adults?

For children, the first prize is a summer reading T-shirt and goodie bag, plus an entry form for the grand prize drawing. Subsequent reading rewards are a prize from the READ-a-saurus Prize Room, plus an additional entry form for the grand prize drawing. For teens and adults, complete a prize entry form for each book read or program attended. Weekly drawings will be held in the teen and adult categories. Participants who have entered five forms will receive a t-shirt and be eligible for the grand prize drawing. June 1st is the first day to claim a prize. All prizes must be claimed no later than Saturday, July 21st.

Colleyville 4th of July Parade

TABLE OF CONTENTS Family Events

Youth Programs

Tween & Teen programs

Adult Programs

Family Programs

Decorate with red, white, and blue and march on over to celebrate Independence Day with the city’s newest event, Colleyville 4th of July Parade. The parade route will commence on Pleasant Run road, makes its way down Main street and through the village, before culminating in the parking lot south of City Hall, where refreshments will be served. Date: July 4 Ages: All Day/Time: Wed., 9:00–11:00 a.m. Location: Check with the library

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

REGISTRATION OPENS FOR CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMING Enjoy stories, crafts, and fun activities at the Library during story time. Registration is open to all Library card holders. Programs are available for newborns through grade 5 and last for seven weeks. Chess Club is open to ages 8-15 years. Space is limited, so register early. Preference will be given to Colleyville residents; non-residents will be notified if a spot is available. Ages: Newborn-15 years Day/Time: Tue., 10:00 a.m. Dates: May 29 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com Registration: Available in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Registration opens Tuesday, May 29, at 10 a.m. and can be done either in person or online. To register online, go to ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Under SEARCH THE LIBRARY, click on the CALENDAR link. Find the class that you want to register for then click on the REGISTER button. Caregivers must fill out one registration form per child. **PLEASE NOTE**: Submission of a story time registration form DOES NOT guarantee the child a spot in the class. Registration requests will be processed as quickly as possible in the order they are received. A staff member will call or email all story time registrants to confirm whether there is a spot available in the class. The Colleyville Public Library makes an effort to include as many children as possible in story time activities that our safety guidelines and staffing constraints allow.

TINY TREASURES STORY TIME Tiny Treasures includes board books, rhymes, tickle games, singing, finger plays, and more! Caregiver participation is required. Ages: 0-12 months Day/Time: Thu., 10:30-10:50 a.m. Ages: 13-17 months Day/Time: Thu., 11:15-11:45 a.m. Dates: June 7-July 19 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Story Time Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

TODDLER TALES STORY TIME

SHAKE, RATTLE & THREES

Toddler Tales celebrates terrific toddlers with a short story, songs, rhymes, music, movement, and fun activities! Caregiver attendance is required.

Movement, music, and stories are all part of the fun in this exciting program designed for three year olds! We will enjoy crafts, experiments and combined programs with preschool-age classes to encourage higher thinking and social skills.

Ages: 18-24 months Day/Time: Tue., 10:15–10:45 a.m. Dates: June 6-July 18 (No class July 4) Ages: 25-35 months Day/Time: Tue., 11:15–11:45 a.m. Dates: June 5-July 17 (No class July 4) OR Ages: 18-35 months Day/Time: Wed., 10:30–11:00 a.m. Dates: June 6-July 18 (No class July 4) Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Story Time Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

Ages: 3 years Day/Time: Mon., 10:30–11:15 a.m. Dates: June 4-July 16 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

YOUTH PROGRAMS

SHAKE, RATTLE & READ EXPLORATORIUM

DINO-MIGHTY KIDS

CHESS CLUB

Movement and music are all part of the fun in this exciting program designed to encourage a healthy lifestyle for preschoolers. We will enjoy crafts, stories, experiments, and socializing!

Exploratorium features fun science experiments, awesome hands-on activities, art projects, and a snack for early elementary students.

Dino-themed art, games and outdoor sports for school-aged children.

From beginner to expert, chess players of all levels are welcome. No previous knowledge of chess is required.

Ages: 3–5 years Day/Time: Wed., 10:30-11:15 a.m. Dates: June 6-July 18 (No class July 4) Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

Ages: Grades K-2 Day/Time: Mon., 1:30–2:30 p.m. Dates: June 4-July 16 OR Ages: Grades K-2 Day/Time: Mon., 3:00–4:00 p.m. Dates: June 4-July 16

PRESCHOOL PALOOZA If your child enjoys great stories, finger plays and action rhymes, special activities, sing-a-longs, and fun crafts then this class is just for them! Ages: 4 & 5 years Day/Time: Mon., 10:30–11:15 a.m. Dates: June 4-July 16 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

CHOMP IT UP Sink your teeth into a fun-filled, interactive library experience! This class offers stories, songs, games, crafts and more for elementary students. Ages: Entering grades 1-3 Day/Time: Thu., 10:30-11:15 a.m. Dates: June 7-July 19 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

Ages: Grades 3-5 Day/Time: Mon., 1:00-3:00 p.m. OR 2:00-4:00 p.m. Dates: June 4-July 16 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

Ages: 8–15 years Day/Time: Wed., 2:00-3:00 p.m. Dates: June 6-July 18 (No class JUly 4) Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: 817.503.1155 or jpawlowski@colleyville.com

YOUTH PROGRAMS

BOUNCE TIME

“ROCKET” READERS

This unstructured library time features a play area and music for our youngest library patrons and their caregivers. Caregiver attendance is required.

Reading is vital for children to succeed in school and in life, but many of them struggle with reading. What better listener than a friendly, non-judgmental dog from the Heart of Texas Therapy Dogs program? These programs are growing in libraries across the country and researchers report a rise in reading levels among participating children. Independent readers (grades 1-5) can bring a favorite book from home or choose one from the Library, and read it to a furry friend while here at the Library! “Rocket” Readers is conducted on a first-come, first-served basis.

Ages: 0–3 years Day/Time: Fri., 10:15–11:15 a.m. Dates: June 8–July 20 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

LEGOMANIA It’s fun free-play with 15,000 Lego pieces. Duplos and giant blocks are available for younger children. Ages: 3+ years Day/Time: Wed., 2:00-3:00 p.m. Dates: June 6-July 18 (No class July 4) Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

Grades: 1-5 Day/Time: 2nd Saturday of the month, 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Dates: May 12, June 9, July 14 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Registration: NO. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

TWEEN & TEEN PROGRAMS

BOOK-QUETS WITH TRACY BRISTOL Tracy Bristol will teach a class for teens and adults on how to make paper flowers out of book pages. All supplies will be provided. Participants will leave the class with their own handmade book-quets. Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Thu. 4:30-6:30 p.m. Dates: July 19 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

SPA-TACULAR Pamper yourself with a relaxing spa treatment! From body scrubs to lip treatments, in each class we will create luxurious handmade goods. Participants will leave the library with unique, spa-worthy products. Adults are encouraged to participate as well!

Snowcone Sugar Scrub Ages: 10+ Day/Time: Tue. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Dates: June 5 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Coconut Vanilla Lip Balm & Lip Scrub Ages: 10+ Day/Time: Tue. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Dates: July 10 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Chocolate-Covered Strawberry and Honey-Banana Face Masks Ages: 10+ Day/Time: Tue. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Dates: Aug. 14 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

TWEEN & TEEN PROGRAMS

CHESS CLUB

GET CRAFTY Join us the second Saturday of each month for a DIY craft series open to teens and adults. All materials are provided.

DIY Tassel Earrings Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-1:30 p.m. Dates: June 9 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Nail Polish Washer Necklaces Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-1:30 p.m. Dates: July 14 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

EXPLORE HORIZONS, STORY WORKSHOP This inspiring, skills-based workshop will provide children with tools and strategies to help them improve their reading for meaning and textual analysis.

Flora and Ulysses Ages: Grades 5-6 Day/Time: Wed., 4:00 p.m. Dates: May 16 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: 817.503.1154 or visit www.explore-horizons.com/tutoring-center/colleyville/

Stamped Cork Necklace and Earrings and Wine Cork Keychain Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-1:30 p.m. Dates: Aug. 11 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

From beginner to expert, chess players of all levels are welcome. No previous knowledge of chess is required. Ages: 8–15 years Day/Time: Wed., 2:00-3:00 p.m. Dates: June 6-July 18 (No class July 4) Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: 817.503.1155 or jpawlowski@colleyville.com

ADULT PROGRAMS SPA-TACULAR

Pamper yourself with a relaxing spa treatment! From body scrubs to lip treatments, in each class we will create luxurious handmade goods. Participants will leave the Library with unique, spa-worthy products. Adults are encouraged to participate as well!

Coconut-Vanilla Lip Balm & Lip Scrub Ages: 10+ Day/Time: Tue. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Dates: July 10 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Chocolate-Covered Strawberry and Honey Banana Face Masks Ages: 10+ Day/Time: Tue. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Dates: Aug. 14 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

ADULT PROGRAMS

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GET CRAFTY

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Join us the second Saturday of each month for a DIY craft series open to teens and adults. All materials are provided.

Natural Grocers will present an informational series about how nutrition impacts your life. Learn how to protect your skin, beat stress, and fuel your body for fitness

DIY Tassel Earrings

Protect Your Skin from the Inside Out: Why sunscreen is not enough

Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-1:30 p.m. Dates: June 9 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Nail Polish Washer Necklaces

Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-1:30 p.m. Dates: July 14 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Stamped Cork Necklace and Earrings and Wine Cork Keychain

Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-1:30 p.m. Dates: Aug. 11 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Sat., 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Dates: June 30 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Fight Back Against Stress Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Sat., 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Dates: July 28 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Fueling for Fitness Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Sat., 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Dates: Aug. 25 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 29 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

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BOOKS ‘N’ BRUNCH BOOK CLUB Books ‘n’ Brunch meets for an informal book discussion focusing on new and classic fiction titles. Snacks and a limited number of books are provided. Ages: 18+ Day/Time: 2nd Thursday of the month, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Dates: June 14, July 12, Aug. 9 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

LATE EDITION BOOK CLUB The library offers an evening book club for working adults and night owls. Ages: 18+ Day/Time: 3rd Thursday of the month, 7:00–8:00 p.m. Dates: June 21, July 19, Aug. 16 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

ADULT PROGRAMS KEEPING IT REAL NONFICTION BOOK CLUB Share your thirst for knowledge with others while discussing nonfiction books. Snacks and a limited number of books are provided. Ages: 18+ Day/Time: 4th Thursday of the month, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Date: June 28, July 26, Aug. 23 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

REEL TALK FILM DISCUSSION GROUP Come to the library to discuss movies and documentaries. All opinions welcome. Snacks are provided. Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Thu., 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Date: July 19 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

FAMILY PROGRAMS

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S t o m p, C h o m p, R E A D ! Summer Reading Program

K i c k- O f f Pa r t y

Colleyville Public Library | Fri., June 1 | 6:00-8:00 p.m.

CODY FISHER, MAGICIAN Multi-award winner, Cody Fisher, is one of the most in demand entertainers in the world today! His unique blend of comedy mixed with mind-blowing magic has taken him across the United States and to over 20 countries worldwide. No registration required. For more information, visit www.codyfisher.com. For details, call 817.503.1154. Day/Time: Tue., June 5, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room

ANIMAL ADVENTURES, DALLAS ZOO This interactive program features a variety of animals from around the world – furred, feathered, and scaly! No registration required. For more information, visit www.dallaszoo.com. For details, call 817.503.1154. Day/Time: Thu., June 7, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room

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JAMES WAND, SPY MAGIC The most important skills a secret agent needs are: reading and writing! Super spy magician James Wand fascinates children with secret codes, a cool spy book and invisible writing, as the children help him on a top secret mission. No registration required. For more information, visit www.jameswand.org. For details, call 817.503.1154. Day/Time: Tue., June 12, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room

DAVID SLICK, JUGGLER There are few ways (and few objects) that David Slick canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t juggle. Stainless steel machetes, flaming torches, eggs, and even a real bowling ball are incorporated into hilarious audience-engaging routines. As a Guinness World Record holder, David Slick has performed in places as far away as Shanghai, China. No registration required. For more information, visit www.slickjugglers.com. For details, call 817.503.1154. Day/Time: Thu., June 14, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room

PEROT MUSEUM TECH TRUCK Kids and caregivers share the thrill of discovery with the TECH Truck, a mobile extension of the Perot Museum that travels throughout North and Central Texas. The TECH Truck crew will bring materials and technologies needed for exploration and fostering confidence in S.T.E.A.M. (science, technology, engineering, art and math).Â No registration required. For more information, visit www.perotmuseum.org. For details, call 817.503.1154. Day/Time: Tue., June 19, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room

CREATURE TEACHER The Creature Teacher educates children of all ages with a message that promotes an appreciation for amazing wild animals and the positive influence they have on the environment around us. No registration required. For more information, visit www.thecreatureteacher.org. For details, call 817.503.1154. Day/Time: Thu., June 21, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room

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FAMILY PROGRAMS PROFESSOR BRAINIUS The results are in! Professor Brainius has concluded that curiosity, a love of learning, and doing one’s best are the most important formulas for success! Professor Brainius will bring exciting science experiments, music, technology and positive words to encourage the next generation of scientists. No registration required. For more information, visit www.professorbrainius.com. For details, call 817.503.1154. Day/Time: Tue., June 26, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room

DINOMANIA PICNIC

Safari Cinde will have our youngest patrons stomping and chomping with dinosaur-themed songs, magic, and a musical finale led by the charming prehistoric puppet “Baby Dinostar.” Participants will need a caregiver and a brown bag lunch. No registration required. For details, call 817.503.1154. Ages: 5 and under Day/Time: Wed., June 27, 11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Location: Public Library 2nd Floor, Meeting Room

THE PIPDILLYS It’s “show time” and the Pipdilly’s mysterious guest, Trickolini, is missing! Bo and Gretchen jumpstart the show with original songs, captivating magic and lots of audience participation. Will Trickolini show up for the big finale? No registration required. For more information, visit www.pipdillys.com. For details, call 817.503.1154. Day/Time: Thu., June 28, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room

BRETT ROBERTS, PROFESSOR POP’S BUBBLE SHOW Square bubbles, giant bubbles, bubbles inside bubbles and more! Professor Pop shares science facts about all things bubbly, uses magic to demonstrate the scientific method and makes children from the audience the stars of the show! No registration required. For more information, visit www.comedian4kids.com. For details, call 817.503.1154. Day/Time: Tue., July 3, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room

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DALLAS PUPPET THEATER In “Puppets Rock!” the performers of Dallas Puppet Theater delight children and adults alike with stirring rhythms of different musical genres and the magic of marionettes operated concert-style -- in full view of the audience! No registration required. For more information, visit www.puppetry.org. For details, call 817.503.1154. Day/Time: Thu., July 5, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room

DINOSAUR GEORGE Dinosaur George is a self-taught paleontologist who has performed live to over 3 million people and lectured in over 3000 museums about the amazing creatures that once ruled our planet. This travelling exhibit will feature skulls of predatory dinosaurs in Texas, as well as other indigenous prehistoric creatures. No registration required. For more information, visit www.dinosaurgeorge.com. For details, call 817.503.1154. Day/Time: Tue., July 10, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room

CRITTERMAN Animals play an integral role in cultures the world over. In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Wright brothers first flight, Critterman presents “Animals in Flight,” featuring some of the amazing animals that have inspired humans to mimic nature and take to the air. No registration required. For more information, visit www.animaled.com. For details, call 817.503.1154. Day/Time: Thu., July 12, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room

SNAKE ENCOUNTERS Fascinating snakes are used to break down barriers and enable audience members to overcome common myths about snakes. Comedy, magic, storytelling and 17 different snakes from around the world add up to a whirlwind experience that is enormous fun. No registration required. For more information, visit www.snakeencounters.com. For details, call 817.503.1154. Day/Time: Tue., July 17, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room

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DENNIS LEE, DEAR ME! Award-winning ventriloquist, author, musician, and storyteller, Dennis Lee returns to Colleyville with Nana Puddin, big brother, Nick the Punk Monk and a brand new show, “Dear Me!” based on a letter Mr. Lee wrote to himself when he was 10 years old. Viewers will be encouraged to FUEL UP body, heart and mind, FILL UP with an optimistic attitude, FIX UP mistakes with responsible behavior and FOLLOW the signs that lead to great choice-making and good character. No registration required. For more information, visit www.dennisleeproductions.com. For details, call 817.503.1154. Day/Time: Thu., July 19, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room

BLACKLAND PRAIRIE RAPTOR CENTER There’s no better way to learn about the birds of prey in North Texas than to meet them in person! The Blackland Prairie Raptor Center has many years of experience introducing children and adults to the world of raptors. These hawks, owls and falcons are well trained and, with the assistance of BPRC education specialists, will show you what makes them an important part of our environment. No registration required. For more information, visit www.bpraptorcenter.org. For details, call 817.503.1154.

FOSSIL FUN Dig into the past with Ranger Jenn, from Dinosaur Valley State Park, to learn all about the dinosaurs that once roamed Texas. See the tracks they left and dig to uncover fossils left behind from an ancient ocean. Day/Time: Thu., July 26, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Location: Public Library 2nd Floor, Meeting Room

Day/Time: Tue., July 24, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room

S t o m p, C h o m p, R E A D ! Summer Reading Program

GRAND FINALE Celebrate an amazing summer at the outdoor Summer Reading Grand Finale! Enjoy a live deejay, children’s arts and crafts, face painting, balloons, carnival games, bounce houses, inflatable rides, special guests, and more. All ages are welcome. No registration required. For details, call 817.503.1154. Outside in front of the City Hall/Library Fri., July, 27, 5:30-8:30 p.m. 6:00-8:00 p.m.